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After the final consultation ends, the final plan will be submitted to the Secretary of State for communities and local government, and an independent inspector will examine it in the spring.

Have your say on Reading's Local Plan to help shape the town

Councillor Tony Page, the council’s lead member for strategic environment, planning and transport, said: “This is the final phase of public consultation on what is a key planning document which will play a major role in helping to shape Reading over the next 20 year period.

“The level of demand for housing means Reading will continue to face huge demands, but it is essential development is balanced with the right infrastructure.

“Feedback received in the two previous phases of consultation show general support in trying to accommodate the estimated 671 homes every year Reading needs over the next 20 year period.

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“What is clear however, is that Reading does not have the space available to accommodate that level of housing within its own boundaries, and we will need to work with neighbouring authorities to consider how all housing needs in the west of Berkshire area can be met.”